Thomas Erb is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors with 12 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked within various branches of Wells Fargo since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Well Planned Financial LLC, where he dedicates part of his time to managing financial planning activities. Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network is a large broker-dealer and registered investment adviser that offers investment and fee-based financial planning services to individuals, trusts, and institutional clients. The firm provides tailored recommendations using proprietary research and planning tools, supporting a broad range of financial planning needs including specialized services like business-owner transition and divorce planning.

Luke Swaddling is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Independence, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at SportRadar and Infinity Fitness, as well as earlier service with Equitable Advisors. He serves as a board member of the St. Edward Alumni Association. Equitable Advisors provides financial planning, retirement plan support, and asset management services to individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model, leveraging third-party asset managers and LPL programs to deliver advisory and brokerage solutions.

Mary Lalli is a financial advisor with Ameriprise in Northfield, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of her advisory work, she is an author of several books, including titles such as "Shrinking Buddha," "101 Bible Riddles," and "Dvorah--Prophetess, Judge, Warrior King Solomon, Master Builder, and Queen of Sheba, Savior of Marib Dam: Two Lives Intertwined Blood Moon." Ameriprise offers a retirement-income planning service targeted at individuals approaching or in retirement who meet specific asset criteria, providing written Recommendation Reports that address income sources, Social Security options, and tax-smart withdrawal strategies. The firm combines research and modeling with advisory support and emphasizes the use of Ameriprise-managed accounts within its planning approach.

Samuel Salvino is a Private Wealth Manager at Merrill Private Wealth Management. He works with ultra-high net worth clients, including corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and multi-generational families, focusing on family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, and tax minimization. Samuel and the team at Moeder Salvino & Associates leverage their combined industry knowledge to provide a comprehensive and tailored client experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Samuel worked at a London-based family office, where he was involved in investment selection, due diligence, and operational support. He began his career in financial services as a Wealth Management seasonal associate at Merrill in 2018. Samuel holds a bachelor's degree in Finance from Richmond, The American University in London and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designation. Samuel currently resides in New York City. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he enjoys fly fishing, running, and other outdoor activities.

Brett Robson is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Milan, Ohio, holding 11 years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica Financial Services since 2013 and PFS Investments Inc. since 2014. Outside of advising, he owns Robson & Associates, LLC, which provides tax return preparation and bookkeeping services for small business owners. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and selective separately managed accounts in a wrap-fee structure.

Patrick Behm is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 2015 and provides custom wealth management services, strategies, and advice for high net worth individuals, families, and business owners. Patrick's approach involves first listening to a client's needs to deliver tailored financial strategies and help clients express their financial goals effectively. Patrick's expertise includes financial strategies, social security analysis, pre and post retirement cash flow planning, corporate executive services, executive compensation, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, and retirement income. He holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). A Cleveland native, Patrick earned bachelor's degrees in Finance and Business Intelligence from Mercyhurst University. In his spare time, he is involved in civic and charitable organizations and enjoys activities such as boating, fishing, football, golfing, hiking, painting, photography, running, skiing, and traveling.

Colleen Saari is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has worked at Bank of America N.A. and Merrill since 2020. Prior to her career in finance, she was involved in the retail and creative sectors, including roles at Begin Again Jewelry Co. and Heather B Moore Inc. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate fiduciaries.

Philip Lago is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 63 designation and six years of industry experience. He previously worked at MML Investors Services and Regal Financial/Mass Mutual for seven years. Lago serves as a board member for the Northern Ohio Chapter of Folds of Honor, supporting community events and fundraisers. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer that serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, and institutions. The firm offers financial planning, advisory programs, retirement consulting, and brokerage services, utilizing discretionary and non-discretionary management alongside research and model portfolios.

Will Lyle is the Vice President Private Wealth Management Advisor at Fidelity Investments, where he currently works with ultra-high-net-worth families to manage the complexities of their wealth. He is a CFP4 professional and part of Fidelity Private Wealth Management, focusing on a collaborative approach that combines Fidelity's extensive resources with personalized service. Will brings 19 years of industry experience, having held multiple roles at Fidelity Investments since 2020, including Vice President, Wealth Planner, and Financial Consultant. Prior to that, he worked in various financial advisory and client management roles at CAPTRUST Financial Advisors, Merrill Lynch, OneAmerica, and Transamerica from 2006 onward. He resides in Ohio with his wife and three sons. Outside of his professional work, Will enjoys boating on Lake Erie, supporting local youth hockey, and participating in his local church community.

Sasha Dietsche is a financial advisor at Equitable Advisors with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Wells Fargo Advisors and Wells Fargo Clearing Services. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in sales with Paperpie in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party managers. The firm operates a hybrid referral and implementation model, combining advisory and brokerage channels to tailor services based on client goals and risk tolerance.

Brian Self is a financial advisor with Fidelity Investments holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Scottrade Investment Management. He is based in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. Fidelity’s Strategic Advisers LLC provides investment management and advisory services to retail and institutional clients, including charitable funds and registered investment companies. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary fundamental research, quantitative analysis, and algorithmic portfolio construction to deliver model portfolios and discretionary management.

Dennis Jackson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds 24 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Securities America Advisors, Inc. and Securities America, Inc., and has operated his own legal services business since 1993. Outside of his advisory role, he has a small sailboat rental business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary management approaches supported by in-house research and third-party strategies.

Matthew Petersen is a financial advisor with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and seven years of industry experience. He has been associated with J.P. Morgan entities since 2016, including roles at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides investment consulting and advisory services primarily to institutional clients and retirement plan sponsors. The firm combines quantitative asset-allocation modeling with centralized due diligence and applies an ESG eligibility framework when recommending strategies.

Daniel Bralliar is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Beachwood, Ohio, holding a Series 63 designation and 29 years of industry experience. He has been associated with LPL Financial since 2004 and has operated Tyler-Stone Wealth Management, LLC since 2015. Outside of finance, he serves as the executive secretary for the Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Federation of the USA and is a partner and chief instructor at the Mayfield Academy of Self-Defense. LPL Financial is a national SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services supported by proprietary and third-party research, with capabilities including discretionary and non-discretionary management, model portfolios, and various specialized investment strategies.

Tovia Widman is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing based in Cleveland, OH. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 54 years of industry experience. Widman has been with Wells Fargo entities since 2009, including Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s IPS-driven advisory process incorporates modern portfolio theory and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary services, including investment policy statement preparation, investment recommendations, performance reporting, and participant education.

Matthew Holmes is a financial advisor with Primerica Advisors in Milan, Ohio, holding seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Primerica Advisors since 2019 and previously held roles at Grundfos Pumps Corp. and Weir Minerals North America. Outside of his advisory work, Holmes owns and operates TMH Services, LLC, a general handyman and repair services business. Primerica Advisors offers discretionary asset management through its Lifetime Investment Program, serving individual and high-net-worth clients with model-delivery strategies and separately managed account options. The firm curates third-party asset managers and uses a tiered wrap fee structure for its services.

Seth Workman is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with credentials including Series 66 and Series 63 and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Pruco Securities LLC, and CrossCountry Mortgage, Inc. Outside of advising, he is involved with HighDive Partners LLC, a business focused on providing funding sources and culinary expertise to business owners. LPL Enterprise serves a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, corporations, and institutional clients, offering financial planning, advisory services, and access to model portfolios and third-party asset management programs. The firm’s integrated platform supports advisory programs alongside brokerage and insurance products.

Giade Ensley is a financial advisor with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., holding a Series 66 designation and beginning their career in 2026. Prior to joining Schwab, their experience includes various roles primarily outside the financial industry. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. serves a large client base, mainly high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, through its Schwab Wealth Advisory wrap fee program and affiliated managed-account and financial planning services. The firm combines non-discretionary advisory relationships with access to affiliated discretionary separately managed accounts and offers multi-asset model portfolios alongside due diligence on alternative investments.

Kevin Forney is a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley with 28 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2011, including roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management serves both individual and institutional clients, providing a range of advisory programs and tailored financial planning using firm-approved tools and a structured discovery process. The firm manages approximately $2.74 trillion in client assets and offers services through its Financial Advisors and Estate Planning Strategies Group.

Christopher Roborecki is a financial advisor with Ameriprise, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Ameriprise and its affiliated entities since 2005. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in tree farming, managing The Roborecki Tree Farm in Boston Heights, Ohio. Ameriprise serves individuals approaching or in retirement with a retirement-income planning service that combines research, modeling, and tax-efficiency analysis to produce tailored recommendation reports. The firm offers a broad range of advisory, brokerage, and insurance solutions through its institutional platform.